Comparison Tool

1. After more than a half century of increasingly liberalized world trade, there are signs of change. Do you see world trade patterns evolving in new and different directions? What does this mean for your country and your clients? 2. Historically, foreign direct investment was embraced by governments as a way to strengthen domestic economies. Has your country’s government adopted an aggressive posture in regulating foreign investors? 3. Are there specific sectors of your country’s economy or industries where foreign direct investment is barred or highly regulated? 4. The global supply chain has been collapsing worldwide since 2020. How has this impacted businesses in your country and what steps has your country’s government taken to respond? 5. In M&A transactions as well as joint ventures in your country, what are the most critical issues foreign investors must evaluate prior to contemplating a transaction? 6. What is the best strategy for acquiring interests in real estate or other tangible property in your country? Is this more difficult for foreign investors? 7. What laws or regulations exist in your country to protect data exchange and privacy, and is the protection of intellectual property challenging for foreign investors? 8. Describe the most common legal structures used by foreign investors when doing business in your country. 9. What are the most attractive opportunities for foreign investors in your country at this time? 10. Do specific laws or mechanisms exist in your country to protect foreign direct investors?